Capsaicin Free Mint and Lemon Balm Herbal Tea
This herbal tea is the kind of drink that feels like a deep breath — calm, bright, and genuinely refreshing. Fresh mint and lemon balm steep together in just-boiled water, releasing a pale gold-green brew that smells incredible before you even take a sip. A couple of strips of lemon zest add a subtle citrus lift, while a touch of honey rounds everything out without overpowering the herbs. For anyone avoiding capsaicin, this is a naturally soothing option with zero heat and zero compromise — just clean, garden-fresh flavor in a mug. It comes together in under ten minutes with barely any cleanup, making it an easy go-to for a quiet morning or a wind-down evening. Garnish with a fresh mint sprig if you want it to look as lovely as it tastes.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- ½ cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed
- ½ cup fresh lemon balm leaves, loosely packed
- 2 strips lemon zest (each about 2 inches long)
- 1–2 tsp honey, to taste
For serving
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat, then remove from the heat.
- 2
Add the mint leaves, lemon balm leaves, and lemon zest strips to the hot water. Let steep for 5 minutes, until the liquid is pale gold-green and fragrant.
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